Nasdaq-100 Momentum for AI Mining Tech: CoreWeave, born from GPU crypto mining, is set to join the Nasdaq-100 on June 22, 15 months after its IPO, even as it reports $2.1B Q1 revenue but carries nearly $25B debt. Nickel Policy Shock in Indonesia: Chinese investors are protesting Indonesia’s nickel rule changes, citing higher costs, reduced quotas, and tougher enforcement that threaten downstream plans. Madagascar Nickel Restart: Ambatovy has resumed nickel and cobalt production after Cyclone Gezani, bringing its sulfuric acid plant and HPAL circuits back online with stable run-rate goals by end-June. Mining Permits Move to Build Stage: GoGold Resources has authorized construction for Los Ricos South after receiving final SEMARNAT permits, targeting first pour mid-2028 on a $227M capex. Gold Project Progress in Zimbabwe: Caledonia Mining says Motapa drilling delivered high-grade results and is working toward a maiden resource estimate later this year. Environmental Cleanup Pressure in South Africa: A report warns all 412 closed coal mines from 2006-2023 fell short on rehabilitation funding, leaving communities exposed to long-term pollution. Venezuela Crackdown on Illegal Gold: A major military operation in Bolívar’s Orinoco Mining Arc has displaced criminal networks tied to gold extraction, leaving “ghost towns” in its wake. Chile Sinkhole Linked to Copper Mine: Investigators say a 650-foot sinkhole near Lundin Mining’s Alcaparrosa site was caused by a subsurface void from mining activity, with water detected below. US Critical Minerals Stake Signaling: A report says the US government is taking direct stakes in mining firms to back domestic critical-minerals supply chains. Tech Meets Extraction: Epiroc and Ericsson are partnering to scale LTE/5G connectivity for mining operations, aiming at safer, more efficient production.